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40% offer physical health support to help staff stay in or return to work

Employee Benefits

Just two-fifths (40%) of employers offer staff support around their physical health to help them stay in or return to work, if they are injured or have a new illness or disability, according to research by industry body Group Risk Development (Grid). Its survey of 500 HR decision-makers at UK organisations also found that just over one-third (38%) of respondents provide support for mental health, such as mental health first aiders, an employee assistance programme and counselling, with the same

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The financial benefits of a data-driven benefits program

Employee Benefit News

Regardless of company size, the right tools can enable better management and planning of healthcare offerings.

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A brief history of the working week

Workplace Insight

There’s a lot to be said for not being slaves to the clock and the screen. Ironically, the way we measure time has its roots in a famous instance of daydreaming. The story goes that in 1583 a young student at the University of Pisa called Galileo Galilei was daydreaming in the pews while his fellow students were dutifully reciting their prayers. He noticed that one of the altar lamps was swaying back and forth and even as its energy dissipated, the arc of each swing slowed so that each took the

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How to Measure Employee Recognition: Driving Success Through Data

Vantage Circle

Employee recognition is a critical component of a thriving workplace, but how can its impact be effectively measured? Utilizing data-driven approaches to track and evaluate recognition programs can provide valuable insights, ensuring that appreciation efforts not only boost morale but also contribute to overall organizational success. This blog explores the key metrics and strategies for measuring employee recognition, turning appreciation into a powerful tool for driving performance and engagem

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Future-Proof Your Talent Pipeline

Get ready for the future of business. As HR navigates an ongoing labor shortage, leaders need stronger, more adaptable recruiting strategies. Do you have the tools you need to build a talent pipeline that drives sustainable business growth?

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5 Surprising Symptoms of Financial Stress (And 5 Helpful Solutions)

Best Money Moves

5 surprising symptoms of financial stress (and 5 helpful solutions). The effects of financial stress can be devastating to your workforce. Learn what to look out for and how you can make a difference. Employee financial stress has been in the spotlight throughout 2024 amid continued inflation and economic uncertainty. In a survey of 2,000 Americans, MarketWatch found that 88 percent of respondents reported feeling some form of financial strain and 65 percent felt that finances were the top sourc

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How to Offer Health Insurance to Remote Workers

PeopleKeep

Offering a comprehensive benefits package with health insurance is critical to having engaged and satisfied employees. But if your team includes some of the 22 million U.S. adults who work remotely, you may find it challenging to find a health plan that works 1. Plan types, health insurance providers, policy costs, and regulations vary by state. These inconsistencies can make it difficult for small employers with remote workers in multiple states to find a suitable health benefit.

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Recognition is the Secret Weapon to Building a Thriving Workplace

Vantage Circle

What is the hallmark of a truly successful workplace? In today’s day and age, it’s a feeling that connects an individual in a unique yet powerful way to their organization. It’s a feeling of belonging and purpose. A feeling of being valued for the unique contributions one brings to the table. It's the result of belonging to a living, kicking entity and not merely lifeless, corporate machinery.

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Fleet cards offer more than just a fueling program

WEX Inc.

Owning and operating a fleet of vehicles is complex. From managing maintenance and repairs, to fuel management, to ensuring you have the parts and tools you need to keep your vehicles on the road, there’s a lot of oversight required. While the use of fleet cards can help you manage fuel spend, the best fleet card programs go beyond just fuel. Partnering with a fleet card company, like WEX, you’ll have the ability to expand your oversight and management beyond fuel.

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A new partnership brings financial wellness access to 7 million employees

Employee Benefit News

Employers who use isolved's employee management system will now have the option to offer their workers access to FinFit's financial platform.

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Understanding Group Medicare for an Aging Workforce: Key Considerations for HR Leaders

Speaker: Shawnequa Albert

As our workforce evolves, so must the way we support it. With more employees choosing to work beyond age 65, HR leaders are increasingly being called upon to guide aging employees through one of the most complex transitions in their professional lives - from employer sponsored plans to Group Medicare. Without clear guidance, confusion around eligibility, coverage options, and cost implications can lead to uncertainty and missed opportunities for optimized benefits.

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Starbucks Sued for Allegedly Stealing Coffee-Flavored Lipstick Idea

HR Digest

Starbucks has been sued for a third time by a company that accused the coffee chain of stealing its concept for coffee-flavored lipstick and lip gloss. Balmuccino has filed a lawsuit against Starbucks, accusing the coffee giant of stealing its idea for coffee-flavored lipstick and gloss. The Starbucks coffee flavored lipstick lawsuit was filed in Manhattan federal court following two previous dismissals.

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New York Announces Major Changes for Withholding Tax, Wage Reporting Coming in 2025

PayrollOrg

The New York Department of Taxation and Finance has announced that changes will be coming to withholding tax and wage reporting forms and the online Web File services. The changes will impact employers on the filings due in March 2025.

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Take-Aways from #AFCPE2023- Part II

Money Talk

As I noted last week , I slowly made my way since last December through over a dozen video recordings of presentations made at the 2023 Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education (AFCPE) Symposium. Below is another very eclectic summary of key take-aways from recorded presentations on topics of personal interest: Debt Repayment Acceleration - The best way to pay off debt quickly is a “rollover method” where extra payments on debt get shifted from one creditor to another as debts

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Professionals reveal their favorite wellness benefits

Employee Benefit News

Four workers explain how employer-sponsored meditation apps, work flexibility and stipends boost personal health and job performance.

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Ready to Save Time With AI? Try 14 ChatGPT Prompts for HR

ChatGPT is a powerful tool that can help you quickly brainstorm, draft, and refine tasks on your to-do list. But it can take a bit of strategy and practice to get generative AI to give you the time-saving results you’re looking for. Try these 14 detailed prompts to unlock the power of ChatGPT. You'll discover ways to streamline tasks for hiring, employee engagement, and performance management.

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Respect in the workplace: Tips for leaders and employees

Business Management Daily

What does the word respect mean? Look it up on the Internet, and you will generate definitions such as “due regard for the feelings, wishes, rights, or traditions of others,” “recognizing the worth of a person or thing, “ and “treating everyone with dignity, appreciation, and fairness.” A particularly significant way to grasp the meaning is to think about how you would help a child understand the concept.

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Webinar Unlocks Strategies for Peak Payroll and Time Management Performance

PayrollOrg

Sponsored by Oracle Cloud HCM, this free webinar for members, “Turbocharge Your Business: Master Payroll and Time Management for Peak Performance,” on August 7 at 1:00 p.m. ET unlocks game-changing strategies and expert insights to propel your business and boost your bottom line.

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Retention Programs for Employees: Mastering Strategies and Insights

Empuls

Imagine a company, grappling with high turnover. They invest in a solid retention strategy, reducing turnover costs by 50%. The result? A more loyal and motivated workforce that boosts productivity and innovation.With their team fully engaged, it sees a 21% increase in profitability. This illustrates how effective retention programs not only cut costs but also enhance employee commitment and business success.

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Workers are feeling the mental strain — employers must help

Employee Benefit News

Companies can support employees in coping with daily challenges by offering strong wellness benefits and being flexible when it comes to child care.

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The Great Disruption: Leveraging AI To Better Your Benefits Strategy

Speaker: Joana Ardelean, MSHRM, PHR, SHRM-CP, CC

The benefits landscape is shifting rapidly, and AI is at the center of this transformation. From optimizing health and wellness programs to predicting future benefits needs, AI is empowering HR and total rewards leaders to make smarter, more proactive decisions. The challenge? Understanding where AI fits in your strategy and how to leverage it effectively while keeping employee well-being at the forefront.

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Presenteeism: The hidden cost of employees showing up sick

Business Management Daily

We all have off days when we’re not feeling well and can’t be as productive as usual. It happens to everyone, even your star employees. Someone gets sick, gets an overuse injury, or feels burned out from work stress and can’t perform at their typical level but still shows up for work. This is called presenteeism. As a one-off, this isn’t a big deal, but when it becomes more widespread within your organization, it can become a bigger problem.

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Make a Difference with Money Matters; Volunteer and Scholarship Opportunities Await

PayrollOrg

Money Matters is an annual program that, through the help of volunteers, teaches paycheck basics to young adults. Learn how to make an impact as a volunteer; also, apply now for a Money Matters Scholarship, open until September 30, 2024.

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Non-compete Agreement Ban Blocked, FTC Expresses Disappointment

HR Digest

Weeks before it was set to take effect, the non-compete agreements ban was recently blocked by a federal court in Texas. FTC’s non-compete ban has been met with significant contention ever since it was initially announced, the resistance primarily led by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The non-compete agreement court ruling was brought by Judge Ada Brown of the U.S.

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Volunteering may be the next retention and recruitment strategy

Employee Benefit News

Since the pandemic, employees have become much more mindful of the companies they're working for — and what they stand for.

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10 HR Metrics for 2025: HR Data Toolkit

The right HR metrics can illuminate hidden trends, justify decisions to the C-suite, and give you an edge in this unpredictable economy. Download Paycor’s guide and learn how to calculate your: Cost-per-Hire Total Financial Impact of Absences Voluntary Turnover Rate And more!

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Talent shortage solutions: Embrace the next-step workforce

Business Management Daily

By Karl Ahlrichs A few decades back, I worked in outplacement and was involved in thousands of terminations. This experience led me to question why certain individuals had been hired in the first place. My passion for effective recruiting is based on this history. Hiring-process flaws The flaws were obvious: Organizations did not define their values, align their job descriptions with their future needs or pay attention to the behaviors of their high performers.

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Employee Work Anniversary Gifts That Make Employees Feel Valued

Empuls

Employee work anniversaries are more than just markers of time—they reflect an employee’s dedication, commitment, and loyalty to the organization. These milestones provide a valuable opportunity to recognize and celebrate the contributions employees have made. Companies face an average turnover rate of 18% annually. Celebrating work anniversaries can help reduce this rate by fostering a sense of appreciation and belonging among employees.

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How to Write an Employee Reprimand Letter and Set Things Back in Order

HR Digest

Leaders are often tasked with the unfortunate job of writing and sending out employee reprimand letters when workers step out of line. Writing disciplinary letters is just as unpleasant for the sender as it is for the receiver who has to read the letter, which is why it is natural to resist the need to send these letters out. In most cases where employees have to be reprimanded, a conversation with them is usually sufficient to convey the severity of the issue and reestablish the ground rules of

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How the 2024 election could affect companies with immigrant talent

Employee Benefit News

Each outcome option has its own set of consequences, according to an immigration expert — both good and bad.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.